Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At ivanhoetennis.net, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Casino games are games of chance with a built-in house edge. You should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling is strictly for those aged 18 years and over (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction). By accessing casino services through our site, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in Great Britain and your local area.
If you are under the legal age, please do not gamble. If you are aware of underage gambling, please report it to the relevant authorities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses: Gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Loss of control: Inability to stick to time or money limits
- Hiding gambling: Concealing gambling activity from friends and family
- Neglecting responsibilities: Gambling instead of working, studying, or caring for dependents
- Increasing amounts: Needing to gamble with larger sums to get the same excitement
- Mood changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking out loans or using credit to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeated unsuccessful efforts to reduce or quit gambling
- Relationship problems: Gambling causing conflict with loved ones
- Health issues: Sleep problems, stress-related illness, or neglected self-care
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly limits on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Session Limits: Set time restrictions for your gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if needed
- Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
Check with your chosen casino to see what responsible gaming tools they offer, and use them actively.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organisations that provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free counselling and support for problem gambling. www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free & confidential)
- GamStop: National self-exclusion scheme. Register to be excluded from all licensed UK online casinos. www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: Peer support groups across the UK. www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
International Resources
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
All of these organisations offer free, confidential support regardless of your location or the extent of your gambling.
If You Need Help
If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support — problem gambling is a recognized condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact one of the organisations listed above, speak to your GP, or reach out to a trusted friend or family member. The sooner you seek help, the sooner you can regain control.
Remember: You are not alone.